Balsam Lake Charm

Sleeps 10-14, 5 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Private, Flat Property, Child/Elderly Friendly, WiFi, Satellite TV, Great Swimming, No Weeds, Walk-In Entry, Beautiful Sunsets, Fire Pit, Cell Reception, Great Fishing, Indoor Propane Fireplace, Winter Accessible, Pet Friendly (TBD)

Enjoy this comfortable, cozy, family friendly home that keeps the warm cottage ambiance with picturesque view of beautiful Balsam Lake. Many hours can be spent relaxing on the wrap around deck with a gazebo looking out onto the lake. In cooler weather keep cozy with the propane heater. Be entertained playing sports on the long, flat property. 

Inside, savour more lake views in the bright, open concept living and dining room. Enjoy family meals  in the spacious dining room or play games on the separate table. 

Province: Ontario
Region: Kawartha Lakes
Nearest Towns: Kirkfield (10 km), Coboconk (20 km), Fenelon Falls (30 km), Lindsay (35 km), Beaverton (35 km)
Nearest City: Orillia (50 km), Peterborough (85 km)
Nearest Large City: Toronto (150 km)
Nearest Hospital: Ross Memorial Hospital, Lindsay (35 km)
Body of Water: Balsam Lake
Nearest Ski Area: Mt. St. Louis Moonstone (78 km) 
Nearest Boat Launch: Balsam Lake Drive (4 km)
Nearest Marina(s): Rosedale Marina (25 km)
Nearest Beach: Balsam Lake Provincial Park (8 km)
Nearest Golf Course: Bexley Golf Centre (8 km) 

INTERIOR DESCRIPTION

5 Bedrooms:
Upper Level:
Bedroom #1:  queen bed + TV
Bedroom #2:  queen bed
Bedroom #3:  queen bed + single bed
Bedroom #4:  2 queen beds, queen futon + TV
Bedroom #5:  single bed

Lower Level:
2 single day beds, single bed 

2 Bathrooms:
Upper Level:
Bathroom #1: 1 x 4 pc (sink, toilet, shower, bathtub)  

Main Level:
Bathroom #2: 1 x 2 pc (sink, toilet) 

Cottage water: drilled well, potable/drinkable 

Indoor entertainment: TV, satellite, Netflix, DVD player, Blu-ray player, board games, books 

Kitchen details: Fully equipped with dishwasher, large fridge with ice & water dispenser, microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker, kettle, blender and crock pot, quality pots & pan 

Dining room table seats 10 and separate round table seats 5  

Washer/dryer 

WiFi:
Internet source: Bell fiber optics to the post at the road and copper line to the cottage
Quality of service: good
Unlimited
Speed (best case): 25 Mbps
Works for streaming on Netflix and other web–based movies  

Cell Phone Coverage:
Quality of service: good
Carriers that work: all 

EXTERIOR DESCRIPTION

8 + parking spots 

Flat property 

Child/elderly friendly (2 storeys with stairs) 

Dock: 30′ x 4′ with ladder for exiting – water is 4-5 ft at the end of the dock 

Boat lift that will accommodate up to a 22 ft. bowrider/pleasure/ski boat

Deck: 18’ x 22’ – wrap around with covered veranda including gazebo (10’x10’) on main deck area 

Waterfront: 30 ft  – abutting greenbelt 

Great, clear swimming, rock bottom/hard 

No weeds 

Water shoes suggested when wading in 

The walk-in entry is acceptable for young children or the elderly that may have mobility issues

The lake is good for motorboats, water skiing, paddle boarding, kayaking etc.

Private with large lot 

Cottage faces south east with view of the lake 

ACTIVITIES NEARBY

Kirkfield Lift Locks
Balsam Lake Provincial Park
Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Provincial Park (adventurous trails)
Bobcaygeon (Kawartha Settlers’ Village, home of Kawartha Dairies, endless shopping at Bigley’s)
Fenelon Falls (Lift Locks, Horseless Carriage Museum)
Academy Theatre in Lindsay
Kinmount Highlands (Cinema) Theatre, Kirkfield Historical Society Museum
Carden Plains (for Birders)
Coboconk Go-Karts & Mini-Putt 

Notes

Rental Rates include all booking fees and taxes (if applicable)

Max 10 adults. Max 14 people

Extra Fees (Optional):
Cleaning Service: $150
Linens: King/Queen/Double $25.00, Single $15.00
Towels: $5.00 each
Pet Fee: No charge for first pet, $75 for each additional pet

Method of Payment:
Interac E-Transfer (preferred method)
Initial deposit of 50% due upon booking
Outstanding balance + $1000 damage deposit due 28 days prior to checking in
Damage Deposit: To be refunded within 7 business days upon check-out

Weekly rentals including a Statutory Long Weekend will be calculated using a prorated weekly rate

If booking less than 7 nights during High Season, please click “inquire” for a quote or send us an email to rentals@kawarthacottagevacations.ca